adv
playfully
adv
1
In a lighthearted, teasing, or fun-loving way.
"She playfully splashed water at her brother."
"He playfully reminded her that she still owed him a coffee."
How to Use Playfully
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing something in a fun, teasing manner rather than a serious one.
Word Forms
more playfully comparative, most playfully superlative
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Etymology
From playful + -ly.